Updated 25 September 2026
Re-ridge cost UK 2026
The going rate for re-ridge in 2026 is mortar: £15–£25/m · dry-fix: £40–£75/m (labour only). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£15–£25/m
Worked example, 10 m£325
Time on site4 h
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Market bands
| Option | Band | Source |
|---|---|---|
| mortar | £15–£25/m | Trade2Base |
| dry-fix | £40–£75/m | MyJobQuote |
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| ridge | Strip old ridge and bedding | 0.25 h per m |
| ridge | Bed or dry-fix new ridge | 0.4 h per m |
What changes the price
- Ridge fixing? mortar · dry-fix
- Access? roof ladders · scaffold needed big effect
- Storeys? 1 · 2 · 3 big effect
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Ridge mortar failed | cracked or missing ridge bedding, loose ridge tiles | Ridge bedding has failed: re-ridge (dry-fix recommended) |
| Heavy moss | thick moss mats on the tiles | Heavy moss: offer a clean and biocide |
| Sagging roof line | dipped ridge or wavy rafter line | Rafter repairs, only if found (about £200–£500 per rafter) £200–£1,000. Sag in the roof line: structural check before loading it |
| Possible asbestos cement | corrugated or flat fibre-cement sheets, old soffits | Possible asbestos cement: test before disturbing |
Questions
How much does re-ridge cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is mortar: £15–£25/m · dry-fix: £40–£75/m (labour only), from Trade2Base. A worked example of 10 m comes to about £313–£402 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does re-ridge take?
The worked example of 10 m takes about 4 hours.
What changes the price of re-ridge?
Mainly access, storeys, plus any prep found on site: ridge mortar failed, heavy moss, sagging roof line, possible asbestos cement.